Job Description
Are you a detail-oriented professional seeking a stable career with a comprehensive pension plan? We are urgently hiring a State Pension Specialist to join our remote team. This is a unique opportunity to serve the public sector from the comfort of your home while ensuring the financial security of thousands of retirees.
In this pivotal role, you will manage the administration of state pension benefits, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. We are looking for candidates who are driven, accurate, and passionate about public service. Join us and secure your future with a government pension plan that offers long-term stability.
Responsibilities
- Administer and calculate pension benefits for retirees and vested employees based on state statutes and collective bargaining agreements.
- Review and process retirement applications, ensuring all documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant with agency policies.
- Conduct thorough audits of pension calculations and records to identify and resolve discrepancies.
- Provide exceptional customer service and support to retirees and active employees via phone, email, and in-person inquiries.
- Maintain and update beneficiary information and member records within the state’s secure database systems.
- Collaborate with the IT and Finance departments to troubleshoot payroll and pension system issues.
- Stay abreast of changes in state and federal retirement laws to ensure continued regulatory compliance.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in public sector payroll, human resources, or pension administration.
- Strong knowledge of state pension systems, ERISA, and relevant government retirement regulations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and regulations.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with a focus on empathy and clarity.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively in a fully remote environment.